Meagan Good received the Spirit Award at the 6th Annual Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards on June 5, 2026, held at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California, honoring her impact, purpose, and legacy in entertainment.
The actress and producer, known for her lead role in the Amazon Prime series Harlem, was presented the award by her longtime friend and actress Eva Marcille during the star-studded ceremony hosted by Emmy and GRAMMY-winning comedian Tiffany Haddish. Good’s husband, actor Jonathan Majors, was in attendance and visibly moved during the moment, wiping away tears as his wife accepted the recognition. Good thanked her family members who were present at the event for their support.
The Spirit Award honors more than celebrity status—it recognizes energy, purpose, and the way someone impacts the people watching them, according to Hollywood Unlocked. This recognition comes as Good continues to reap the rewards of her three-decade career in film and television, which spans from her early work as an extra on shows like Doogie Howser, M.D. and Amen to her breakthrough role in the 1995 film Friday. She has since built a diverse portfolio of roles across major studios and platforms.
The evening celebrated Black excellence and cultural impact across entertainment and activism. Filmmaker and media mogul Tyler Perry received the Innovator Award, while GRAMMY Hall of Fame icon Patti LaBelle was honored with the inaugural Patti LaBelle Legacy Award. Hip-hop icon RZA accepted the Culture Award for his contributions to music, film, and storytelling. The ceremony, created by media icon Jason Lee through his company Hollywood Unlocked, featured performances from artists including Chlöe, Joyner Lucas, gospel legends Jekalyn Carr and Kierra Sheard, and appearances from figures including Kirk Franklin, Kehlani, and others recognized for their contributions to culture and community.
Sources
- Blackfilm.com — Detailed coverage of the 2026 Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards, including Meagan Good’s Spirit Award presentation by Eva Marcille and Jonathan Majors’ presence at the event.
- Hollywood Unlocked — Official statement on Meagan Good receiving the Spirit Award and the award’s meaning: honoring energy, purpose, and impact.
- The Source Magazine — Announcement that Meagan Good would receive the Spirit Award, describing the award’s recognition of resilience, grace, and perseverance.
- Forbes — Coverage of the 2026 Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards and Meagan Good’s acceptance of the Spirit Award.
